2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 411 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |
